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Fisherman's Friends Shine at Princess-Initiated Christmas Concert

12/17/2025

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The Fisherman's Friends performed at Westminster Abbey's Christmas carol concert after Catherine, Princess of Wales, personally invited them.
Jon Cleave, of the Fisherman's Friends, said the moment felt like a dream.
The Princess recalled singing their songs during the Covid pandemic, which helped popularize their music.
The service took place on December 5 and will be broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

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The Fisherman's Friends performed at Westminster Abbey's Christmas carol concert after Catherine, Princess of Wales, personally invited them.
Jon Cleave, of the Fisherman's Friends, said the moment felt like a dream.
The Princess recalled singing their songs during the Covid pandemic, which helped popularize their music.
The service took place on December 5 and will be broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.